Useful Information
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Event dates
20 February 2022 - 31 December 2024
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Price
$40 Adult
$34 Conc
$20 Child (12 -17 years old) -
Location
Meet at the Visitor Centre, Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne
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Duration
1.5 hrs
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Session Times
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday
11am
Aboriginal Heritage Walk
Womin Djeka! Journey into Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne, a significant cultural site for the local Kulin Nation, with a First Peoples guide.
Gain insight into the rich history and thriving culture of the First Peoples of Australia through a journey of identifying significant native plants within the Gardens. Learn about Aboriginal plant uses, customs and ongoing connection to Country.
For private group bookings, please call 03 9252 2429 or email mbookings@rbg.vic.gov.au.
A note for participants.
At Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria we acknowledge the rich diversity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, representing more than 250 language groups across Australia. We invite you to join this walk with an open heart and mind to deepen your understanding of First Peoples' heritage and living culture—especially in relation to the plants and landscapes of Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne.
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